The Apple Watch is meant to make life simple, but finding a band for it can be complicated.
Over the years, Apple Watch bands have varied wildly in size. So if you're upgrading your Watch, you may wonder whether one of your old bands will fit. The just-released Series 9 has two case sizes, 41mm and 45mm, which were introduced with the Series 7, and the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is the same 49mm size as the Ultra. The standard sizing for the past few series before that was 40mm and 44mm, and that still applies to the Apple Watch SE. The 41mm Apple Watch will work with bands from the 38mm and 40mm models, and the 45mm Apple Watch works with bands made for the 42mm and 44mm Apple Watch models.
Now whether you just discovered you need a new band for your purchase or you just want one, you can browse our guide to some of the best bands out there and find the one that suits you.
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Apple Milanese Loop
With the Apple Milanese Loop Band, stainless steel has never felt so soft. The flexible but strong material wraps easily around the wrist and snaps closed with a magnet. It comes in gold, graphite, and silver in 41mm and 45mm.
Bandits Bandit
Keep your keys and jewelry tucked safely inside the band of your Apple Watch with the Bandits Bandit. It comes with connector colors to match all watches and sizes.
Bandly Dark Teak Real Wood Band
The Bandly Dark Teak Real Wood Band bends but it won't break, even though it's made of real wood grafted onto a vegan leather band.
Bellroy Watch Strap (Apple Watch)
Bellroy makes handsome quality leather straps for every size Apple Watch. This one comes in 10 colors including this Stellar Black.
Bluebonnet The Maverick Italian Leather Band
Bluebonnet's The Maverick is handcrafted of Italian leather. The aqua contrast stitching really sets off the deep brown band.
Casetify Bounce Band
Silicone bands can irritate your skin and Casetify aims to fix that with the Bounce Band. It's made for the extremes of sweat and sun and has ventilation channels to make sure your skin can breathe.
Case-Mate Pelican Projector Band
If you and your Apple Watch like to go on rugged adventures (or just look like you do), then you'll appreciate the durability of theCase-Mate Pelican Protector Band.
Casetify Chic Stripe 1 Band
The Casetify Chic Stripe 1 Band bears the colors of a certain Italian luxury brand but without the same cost. It's also made of largely recycled materials and is biodegradable.
Casetify Link Band
For a classic look, there's the Casetify Link Band. It fits every size Apple Watch and comes in a variety of metal finishes.
Casetify ReCasetify Duty Free
The Casetify Re/Casetify Essential Watch Band is made of recycled phone cases and comes in a standout design that's branded "Duty-Free."
Element Case Special Ops Band
We won't ask what you do for a living if you choose the Element Case Special Ops Watch Band. Despite the level of protection it gives and its bulky size, it's lightweight.
Hermès Orange Kilim Single Tour
Hermès has gotten a little more practical with the Orange Kilim Single Tour Band. It's sportier than other models from the brand partnership but still very upscale in looks (and price, we said a little more practical, after all). The band is made of soft rubber and despite the buckled look, opens with a click. It fits 41mm and 45mm models.
LifeProof Eco-Friendly Band
The LifeProof Eco-friendly Band for Apple Watch is woven out of plastics pulled from the ocean, making it an eco-friendly choice. Its source material makes it resistant to wear and fading.
Machete Apple Watch Band in Blonde Tortoise
The Machete Apple Watch Band in Blonde Tortoise lightens up the look of tortoiseshell a bit in color and weight as well. It's made of acetate for a lightweight fit.
Michele White and Gold Tone Silicone-Wrapped Bracelet Band
The Michele White and Gold Tone Silicone-Wrapped Bracelet Band is both sporty and elegant, with a silicone band that's edged in gold.
Nomad Sport Band (Apple Watch)
The Nomad Sport Band is for your sporty side. It's waterproof, vented, and adjusts easily with an aluminum pin closure.
Pono Woodworks Koa Wood Watch Band
The mix of koa wood and metal in the Pono Woodworks Koa Wood Watch Band warms up the styling of the Apple Watch.
Posh Tech Gold Honeycomb Stainless Steel Bracelet Band
The sweet design of the Posh Tech Gold Honeycomb Stainless Steel Bracelet Band makes the Apple Watch a little more unique.
Southern Straps Brown Leather Band
Sometimes you just want a nice, well-constructed band like the Southern Straps Brown Leather Band. It's made of Horween leather and stitched with waxed cord.
Stiroll Slim Leather Band (Apple Watch)
The Apple Watch can be a bit bulky, but the Stiroll Slim Leather Band makes it a little less so.
Wristpop Cindy Watch Band (Apple Watch)
Wristpop makes scarf-like bands that are as beautiful as can be, like thisCindy Apple Watch Band.
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